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I actually wonder whether it might not be the gyms themselves that are the problem, but rather gym culture as a whole (Picture: Ella Byworth for Metro.co.uk)

Whether its being mansplained in the weight area, catcalled on a run, being stared at, stood behind or photographed as we squat, gym harassment is something that most women are entirely accustomed to.

I am not the first person to call it out and I doubt Ill be the last, yet its still not being taken seriously.

It certainly wasnt the other week, when GymBox member Elena Bunbury sent them a complaint after experiencing harassment in her local branch. Allegedly, one of the trainers had approached Elena and her friend to ask about their routine, the conversation got heated and culminated in him calling their workout pathetic, before he threw weights around them onto the floor and stared at the pair while they finished.

Elena shared the response on Twitter, in which she was told by the (female, depressingly) manager: from my personal point of view it is an unfortunate situation where a guy was rude to you, but it could have happened anywhere. We are in a gym where testosterone levels are high especially during workouts. This mean (sic) that reactions to situations can be a bit extreme especially for men.

Gendered harassment in the gym is an issue. I know, because Ive experienced it. While documenting my marathon training online, Ive been given tonnes of unsolicited advice. Damn near every time I run in public, I am shouted at by men in vans. I began to hate the weights area of my gym because of the stares and comments from large groups of men (Ive subsequently joined another gym).

It is also something thats being dismissed and shrugged off as just one of those things. I know this, too, because as soon as I shared my gym harassment story I was inundated with comments from (mostly) men, and a woman called Janice, telling me that I was too ugly to be harassed, that I should take it as a compliment and that it probably doesnt even really happen anyway.

I was incredibly disheartened by the response but it didnt surprise me. I actually wonder whether it might not be the gyms themselves that are the problem, but rather gym culture as a whole.

Just look at the messaging thats out there: Twitter user Isabell Holling shared a photo from the changing room in a Nuffield gym where a sign read: Act like a lady, lift like a boss, a well meaning inspirational quote that actually just served to perpetuate the idea that women dont belong in the weight section.

And thats a narrative thats everywhere:takeLove Island, for example. Every day we see the boys sweating in the gym, and despite the fact the girls clearlyexercise, their workouts are never aired.

Contrary to the somewhat outdated narrative the fitness industry perpetuates, it isnt just men who want to lift weights, for instance.The societal pressure to have the dimensions of a chocolate finger have eased in recent years, and the fitness benefits of lifting weights are increasingly widely known.

A 2018 study from the World Health Organisation (WHO) showed that 40 per cent of women in the UK arent getting enough exercise, but when you consider that a survey conducted by FitRated last year suggested that seven out of 10 women have had an experience at the gym that made them uncomfortable from being watched, filmed, followed and flirted with, to receiving unsolicited advice and even being masturbated over in plain sight is it any wonder were avoiding the gym?

Some companies have taken steps to prevent harassment occurring steps that are, in my opinion, totally misguided.

PureGym, who announced they had reached 1 million members in 2018, are apparently changing the layout in some of their gyms, adding lighting and making them more open plan, as well as introducing female-only areas.

Because clearly its easier to redesign a buildings infrastructure than it is to ask men to control their testosterone, or whatever it is that were blaming this issue on, and leave women alone while theyre working out.

Segregation is not the solution. Long-term, they key is to teach girls, and critically boys, that its not just men who can lift, and sweat, and be strong. But by ignoring gym harassment here and now, we are dismissing the experiences of tens of thousands of women, denying them the right to endorphins (a travesty), as well as equality.

As was pointed out in that email from GymBox: this could have happened anywhere. Thats the reality of being a woman and big steps need to be taken to ensure it changes namely, we stop blaming mens bad behaviour on their testosterone. Or on the location of the changing room. Or on anything other than the men responsible.

Because somehow I dont think itd go down too well if I were to accidentally drop a barbell on the foot of a man standing too close behind me, and then blame it on my hormones.

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We must bring an end to the pandemic of bureaucracy.

Five days after the French Ministry of Health confirmed the first three coronavirus cases, the Institut Pasteur sequenced its entire genome, paving the way for developing a cure. The creativity and intelligence of human beings has always been the solution to big challenges worldwide.

A pandemic is an adjective describing a disease spread throughout an entire country, continent, or the entire globe. Although many have come to accept its inevitability, excess bureaucracy is a pandemic that needs urgent attention. As management thought leader Gary Hamel put it: We need a consensus among managers, academics and policy-makers that this is a problem on the scale of global warming, preserving biodiversity, or pursuing gender equality.

The costs of ignoring the spread of this disease are staggering: the Management Lab estimates that cutting the cost of bureaucracy in half would produce $3 trillion in additional output in the U.S. alone. The fight will not be easy. The virus causing the disease mutates in unpredictable ways, and is incredibly cunning in its ability to survive, hide in dark corners, and sicken economies with chronic and sometimes fatal consequences.

If one were to sequence the excess bureaucracy virus, what would it reveal?

One gene would likely include the lust for power, a precursor for building fiefdoms (with the fiefdom-builders on top, of course). Dr. Ian Robertson has described the biological basis to the addiction of power. It turns out that in both men and women, the exercise of power increases both the levels of testosterone and 3-androstanediol (a testosterone by-product). This chemical surge, in turn, increases dopamine levelsa short-term reward for the brain. It goes without saying that this gene is present in most if not all politicians worldwide.

The presence of the lust for power gene suggest one way to attack the bureaucracy virus: create organizations where people voluntarily give up power, organize around clear principles, and attract followers organically based through trust, respect, and communication.

Its time to apply urgency to the task. Theres no reason to accept the costly, permanent pandemic of excess bureaucracy.

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When you think of testosterone, what comes to mind? Macho men? Aggressive, impatient, type A behavior? Road rage? Violence?

Testosterone's role in bad behavior is largely a myth. What's more, testosterone plays other important roles in health and disease that may surprise you. For example, did you know that testosterone is a key player in prostate cancer? Or, that women need testosterone, too? There's more to testosterone than guys behaving badly.

Testosterone is the major sex hormone in males and plays a number of important roles, such as:

Adolescent boys with too little testosterone may not experience normal masculinization. For example, the genitals may not enlarge, facial and body hair may be scant and the voice may not deepen normally.

Testosterone may also help maintain normal mood. There may be other important functions of this hormone that have not yet been discovered.

Signals sent from the brain to the pituitary gland at the base of the brain control the production of testosterone in men. The pituitary gland then relays signals to the testes to produce testosterone. A "feedback loop" closely regulates the amount of hormone in the blood. When testosterone levels rise too high, the brain sends signals to the pituitary to reduce production.

If you thought testosterone was only important in men, you'd be mistaken. Testosterone is produced in the ovaries and adrenal gland. It's one of several androgens (male sex hormones) in females. These hormones are thought to have important effects on:

The proper balance between testosterone (along with other androgens) and estrogen is important for the ovaries to work normally. While the specifics are uncertain, it's possible that androgens also play an important role in normal brain function (including mood, sex drive and cognitive function).

Testosterone is synthesized in the body from cholesterol. But having high cholesterol doesn't mean your testosterone will be high. Testosterone levels are too carefully controlled by the pituitary gland in the brain for that to occur.

Having too much naturally-occurring testosterone is not a common problem among men. That may surprise you given what people might consider obvious evidence of testosterone excess: road rage, fighting among fathers at Little League games and sexual promiscuity.

Part of this may be due to the difficulty defining "normal" testosterone levels and "normal" behavior. Blood levels of testosterone vary dramatically over time and even during the course of a day. In addition, what may seem like a symptom of testosterone excess (see below) may actually be unrelated to this hormone.

In fact, most of what we know about abnormally high testosterone levels in men comes from athletes who use anabolic steroids, testosterone or related hormones to increase muscle mass and athletic performance.

Problems associated with abnormally high testosterone levels in men include:

Among women, perhaps the most common cause of a high testosterone level is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). This disease is common. It affects 6% to 10% of premenopausal women.

The ovaries of women with PCOS contain multiple cysts. Symptoms include irregular periods, reduced fertility, excess or coarse hair on the face, extremities, trunk and pubic area, male-pattern baldness, darkened, thick skin, weight gain, depression and anxiety. One treatment available for many of these problems is spironolactone, a diuretic (water pill) that blocks the action of male sex hormones.

Women with high testosterone levels, due to either disease or drug use, may experience a decrease in breast size and deepening of the voice, in addition to many of the problems men may have.

In recent years, researchers (and pharmaceutical companies) have focused on the effects of testosterone deficiency, especially among men. In fact, as men age, testosterone levels drop very gradually, about 1% to 2% each year unlike the relatively rapid drop in estrogen that causes menopause. The testes produces less testosterone, there are fewer signals from the pituitary telling the testes to make testosterone, and a protein (called sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) increases with age. All of this reduces the active (free) form of testosterone in the body. More than a third of men over age 45 may have reduced levels of testosterone than might be considered normal (though, as mentioned, defining optimal levels of testosterone is tricky and somewhat controversial).

Symptoms of testosterone deficiency in adult men include:

Some men who have a testosterone deficiency have symptoms or conditions related to their low testosterone that will improve when they take testosterone replacement. For example, a man with osteoporosis and low testosterone can increase bone strength and reduce his fracture risk with testosterone replacement.

As surprising as it may be, women can also be bothered by symptoms of testosterone deficiency. For example, disease in the pituitary gland may lead to reduced testosterone production from the adrenal glands disease. They may experience low libido, reduced bone strength, poor concentration or depression.

There are times when low testosterone is not such a bad thing. The most common example is probably prostate cancer. Testosterone may stimulate the prostate gland and prostate cancer to grow. That's why medications that lower testosterone levels (for example, leuprolide) and castration are common treatments for men with prostate cancer. Men taking testosterone replacement must be carefully monitored for prostate cancer. Although testosterone may make prostate cancer grow, it is not clear that testosterone treatment actually causes cancer.

Men can experience a drop in testosterone due to conditions or diseases affecting the:

Genetic diseases, such as Klinefelter syndrome (in which a man has an extra x-chromosome) and hemochromatosis (in which an abnormal gene causes excessive iron to accumulate throughout the body, including the pituitary gland) can also affect testosterone.

Women may have a testosterone deficiency due to diseases of the pituitary, hypothalamus or adrenal glands, in addition to removal of the ovaries. Estrogen therapy increases sex hormone binding globulin and, like aging men, this reduces the amount of free, active testosterone in the body.

Currently, testosterone therapy is approved primarily for the treatment of delayed male puberty, low production of testosterone (whether due to failure of the testes, pituitary or hypothalamus function) and certain inoperable female breast cancers.

However, it is quite possible that testosterone treatment can improve symptoms in men with significantly low levels of active (free) testosterone, such as:

However, many men with normal testosterone levels have similar symptoms so a direct connection between testosterone levels and symptoms is not always clear. As a result, there is some controversy about which men should be treated with supplemental testosterone.

Testosterone therapy may make sense for women who have low testosterone levels and symptoms that might be due to testosterone deficiency. (It's not clear if low levels without symptoms are meaningful; treatment risks may outweigh benefits.) However, the wisdom and effectiveness of testosterone treatment to improve sexual function or cognitive function among postmenopausal women is unclear.

People with normal testosterone levels are sometimes treated with testosterone at the recommendation of their doctors or they obtain the medication on their own. Some have recommended it as a "remedy" for aging. For example, a study from Harvard Medical School in 2003 found that even among men who started out with normal testosterone results noted loss of fat, increased muscle mass, better mood, and less anxiety when receiving testosterone therapy. Similar observations have been noted among women. However, the risks and side effects of taking testosterone when the body is already making enough still discourages widespread use.

Testosterone is so much more than its reputation would suggest. Men and women need the proper amount of testosterone to develop and function normally. However, the optimal amount of testosterone is far from clear.

Checking testosterone levels is as easy as having a blood test. The difficult part is interpreting the result. Levels vary over the course of the day. A single low level may be meaningless in the absence of symptoms, especially if it was normal at another time. We need more research to know when to measure testosterone, how best to respond to the results and when it's worthwhile to accept the risks of treatment.

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Testosterone is a sex hormone often associated with males, though females have small amounts. If a male has a low level of testosterone, the symptoms can include erectile dysfunction, and reduced bone mass and sex drive.

The hormone has many important functions, including:

Testosterone production can slow as a person ages, and many older men have symptoms of low testosterone.

The American Urology Association define low testosterone as less than 300 nanograms (ng) of the hormone per deciliter (dl) of blood. They also reported that about 2 in every 100 men have low testosterone.

Below are common signs and symptoms of low testosterone in males. Females may also experience some of the following.

Low testosterone can make it difficult to get or maintain erections.

Testosterone stimulates the penile tissues to produce nitric oxide, which starts several reactions that result in an erection.

If levels of the hormone are too low, a man may not be able to get an erection.

The following are other factors that can cause erectile dysfunction:

Many men experience hair loss as a natural part of aging, and age-related hair loss can also affect women.

Authors of a study from 2012 found that testosterone implants supported the regrowth of hair in some women who were receiving treatment for symptoms of sex hormone deficiency.

Testosterone helps to produce bone tissue and maintain bone volume.

Low testosterone can lead to a reduction in this volume, which can make the bones more susceptible to fractures.

A male with low testosterone may notice a reduction in the size of their testicles that is not related to cold temperatures.

The scrotum may also feel softer than usual.

Semen is the fluid that makes up the majority of male ejaculate. This type of fluid helps the sperm move toward the egg.

Testosterone helps stimulate the production of semen, and reduced levels of semen can indicate a reduction in testosterone. It can also lead to trouble with fertility.

Men with low testosterone may find it difficult to fall or stay asleep.

Many males with low testosterone also have sleep apnea. This potentially severe disorder causes a person to temporarily stop breathing, which can disrupt sleep.

Men with low testosterone often experience a reduction in sex drive.

A diminishing sex drive occurs naturally with age, but when the cause is low testosterone, a man will notice a significant decrease in the desire for sex.

Testosterone plays a role in the development of muscle mass, and reduced levels of the hormone can result in a significant loss of muscle mass.

However, as low testosterone causes a decrease in mass, the function and strength of the muscles do not diminish, according to the findings of a 2016 review.

While many people associate hot flashes with estrogen levels that fluctuate during menopause, low levels of testosterone may also cause this symptom.

Low testosterone can lead to reduced levels of energy and fatigue.

A person may feel tired, even after adequate rest, or they may develop a diminished interest in exercise or movement.

A reduction in testosterone can lead to an increase in body fat.

In some cases, men with a deficiency of the hormone develop gynecomastia, which causes an enlargement of the breasts.

Some evidence suggests that men with low levels of testosterone are likely to experience a lack of focus, irritability, and depression.

Low testosterone does not always present symptoms, and some people only learn about it after a routine physical examination with bloodwork.

However, anyone who experiences one or more of the symptoms listed above should seek medical attention.

To diagnose low testosterone, a doctor will often perform a physical evaluation and review the person's symptoms. The doctor may also request testing to look for additional signs.

For example, a bone density test can show diminished bone mass, one result of low testosterone.

The most common treatment is testosterone replacement therapy (TRT).

A doctor will typically only prescribe TRT if the person has several symptoms of low testosterone as well as blood test results that indicate a deficiency.

There are several delivery methods of TRT, including:

Most people will notice relief from symptoms within 46 weeks of starting TRT.

Weight loss and exercise can often increase testosterone levels.

While changes to the lifestyle and diet alone may not raise levels sufficiently, they can often help.

It is important to keep in mind that men typically lose testosterone as they age, and the potential benefits of lifestyle changes also decrease over time. Exercise, for example, often shows more significant results in younger people.

To support a boost in testosterone levels, the diet should be rich in nutrients. It may help to incorporate some of the following foods into the diet:

Avoid natural supplements that promise to increase levels of testosterone. While they may not harm the body, they are unlikely to produce the desired results.

A doctor can often suggest other safe ways to boost testosterone levels.

The American Urology Association report that low testosterone affects around 2 out of every 100 men. The risk increases with age, though most men naturally lose testosterone as they grow older.

Most cases of low testosterone are treatable, and being aware of the symptoms can help a person to receive an early diagnosis and treatment.

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Testosterone is a steroid, mainly a male sex hormone that causes the growth of secondary sex attributes in men. Even so, testosterone is developed by women, but in small quantities. Combined with estrogen, testosterone aids the growth and repair of the reproductive system in women.

New research published in the journal Nature Medicine has discovered the fact that women who have genetically greater testosterone amounts are at bigger risk of developing cancer, diabetes, as well as metabolic conditions.

Scientists from the Medical Research Council Epidemiology Unit at the University of Cambridge stated that the connection has been discovered in women and not in men. Moreover, the risk of cancer and diabetes decreased in men who registered higher levels of testosterone.

The study suggested that women with genetically higher testosterone levels have a 37 percent bigger possibility of developing type 2 diabetes. In addition, they had a 51 percent greater risk of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Besides, the scientists found that women with high testosterone levels are more prone to develop cancer, such as breast and endometrial cancers. In men, high testosterone levels have been associated with an increased chance of prostate cancer.

The paper proved that the genetic factors of testosterone levels differ between sexes.

Dr. John Perry from the University of Cambridge said, Our findings that genetically higher testosterone levels increase the risk of PCOS in women is important in understanding the role of testosterone in the origin of this common disorder, rather than simply being a consequence of this condition.

Likewise, in men, testosterone-reducing therapies are widely used to treat prostate cancer, but until now, it was uncertain whether lower testosterone levels are also protective against developing prostate cancer, he added. Our findings show how genetic techniques such as Mendelian randomization are useful in the understanding of the risks and benefits of hormone therapies.

The team of scientists detailed that the research suggests the significance of sex-specific assays on testosterone and its impacts on health. They also explained the high effects of testosterone in the body and how to defeat irregular levels in order to avoid metabolic conditions, cancer, and diabetes.

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The red roses are out on display and the giant teddies ready to ship off to many a lucky Valentine yep, the season of all things love is in full swing. So is there any truth to the commonly held belief that certain foods can help to get you in the mood?

Sure, it's well documented that oysters, figs and even bananas are the lusty tastes and visual aids we should seek out if the goal is to feel a little more randy, but is there any scientific truth to these claims? And if you are looking to spice up your sex life, what are the key foods can you add to your diet so you are all ready to embrace true love this Valentine's Day?

Oysters are one of the richest natural sources of zinc, a key nutrient involved in the production of testosterone. Low levels of zinc have also been associated with erectile dysfunction whilst boosting zinc intake has been shown to increase sperm count in some studies.

As a key sex hormone, testosterone plays a key role in regulating libido for both men and women. The production of testosterone is regulated by both the brain and the pituitary gland and is significantly impacted by stress levels. As testosterone production also declines as we age, ensuring an adequate dietary intake of zinc is key for optimising testosterone production and, in turn, sex drive.

Maca is a root vegetable found in Peru, derived from the same group of veggies as broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage. You can find it in both root and powdered form, and it can be added to smoothies and baking to boost overall nutritional intake.

However, one of the proposed benefits is that it helps to boost sexual interest and there are some published studies to back this up, too. There's also some evidence to show that supplementing with maca powder may improve the quality of a man's semen.

While more research is needed, adding some maca to your daily smoothie will cause no harm and may even play a role in boosting your sex drive.

While egg whites are known for their high protein levels, let's not forget the key nutrients found in egg yolk some of which give your sex hormones a boost.

Egg yolk is a rich source of Vitamin D and E, which are fat soluble vitamins that play a key role in hormone production including your sex hormones. The yolk is also a rich source of Vitamin B5 and B6 which play key roles in energy production.

It is the special omega-3 fats, found in particularly high quantities in deep sea oily fish like salmon, that is associated with boosting sexual performance and drive long term. Firstly, omega-3 fats act to reduce inflammation and improve blood flow. And these good fats are also involved in sex hormone production, playing a powerful role in regulating our sex drive. A fresh Tasmanian Atlantic Salmon like Tassal will help give you that extra boost.

One of the richest natural sources of the amino acid arginine, peanuts or 100 per cent peanut butter are a must if your goal is optimising blood flow to the regions of the body that may benefit from good circulation.

Specifically, arginine is involved in the production of nitric oxide, which is required to achieve and maintain erectile function. So boosting your intake via foods including peanuts, turkey, seeds and wholegrains is a natural alternative to more aggressive medications such as Viagra, which also works by increasing the level and activity of nitric oxide in a medicinal form.

When it comes to feeling in the mood, let's not forget the importance of maintaining optimal energy levels in general, especially for busy women. With at least 1 in 4 Australian women exhibiting clinically low iron levels, is it any wonder so many of us are too tired for any action?

The simple answer to the issue of 'I'm too tired'? Boost your lover's iron intake with a small serve of lean red meat, one the richest natural sources of iron, 3-4 times each week to help optimise energy and libido. And for the blokes, cooking her dinner (and cleaning up afterwards) will probably help, too.

Susie Burrell is a leading Australian dietitian and nutritionist, founder of Shape Me, and prominent media spokesperson, with regular appearances in both print and television media commenting on all areas of diet, weight loss and nutrition.

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Testosterone is a hormone found in humans, as well as in other animals. The testicles primarily make testosterone in men. Womens ovaries also make testosterone, though in much smaller amounts.

The production of testosterone starts to increase significantly during puberty, and begins to dip after age 30 or so.

Testosterone is most often associated with sex drive, and plays a vital role in sperm production. It also affects bone and muscle mass, the way men store fat in the body, and even red blood cell production. A mans testosterone levels can also affect his mood.

Low levels of testosterone, also called low T levels, can produce a variety of symptoms in men, including:

While testosterone production naturally tapers off as a man ages, other factors can cause hormone levels to drop. Injury to the testicles and cancer treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation can negatively affect testosterone production.

Chronic health conditions and stress can also reduce testosterone production. Some of these include:

A simple blood test can determine testosterone levels. Theres a wide range of normal or healthy levels of testosterone circulating in the bloodstream.

The normal range of testosterone for men is between 280 and 1,100 nanograms per deciliter (ng/dL) for adult males, and between 15 and 70 ng/dL for adult females, according to the University of Rochester Medical Center.

Ranges can vary among different labs, so its important to speak with your doctor about your results.

If an adult male's testosterone levels are below 300 ng/dL, a doctor may do a workup to determine the cause of low testosterone, according to the American Urological Association.

Low testosterone levels could be a sign of pituitary gland problems. The pituitary gland sends a signaling hormone to the testicles to produce more testosterone.

A low T test result in an adult man could mean the pituitary gland isnt working properly. But a young teen with low testosterone levels might be experiencing delayed puberty.

Moderately elevated testosterone levels in men tend to produce few noticeable symptoms. Boys with higher levels of testosterone may begin puberty earlier. Women with higher than normal testosterone may develop masculine features.

Abnormally high levels of testosterone could be the result of an adrenal gland disorder, or even cancer of the testes.

High testosterone levels may also occur in less serious conditions. For example, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, which can affect males and females, is a rare but natural cause for elevated testosterone production.

If your testosterone levels are extremely high, your doctor may order other tests to find out the cause.

Reduced testosterone production, a condition known as hypogonadism, doesnt always require treatment.

You may be a candidate for testosterone replacement therapy if low T is interfering with your health and quality of life. Artificial testosterone can be administered orally, through injections, or with gels or patches on the skin.

Replacement therapy may produce desired results, such as greater muscle mass and a stronger sex drive. But the treatment does carry some side effects. These include:

Some studies have found no greater risk of prostate cancer with testosterone replacement therapy, but it continues to be a topic of ongoing research.

One study suggests that theres a lower risk of aggressive prostate cancers for those on testosterone replacement therapy, but more research is needed.

Research shows little evidence of abnormal or unhealthy psychological changes in men receiving supervised testosterone therapy to treat their low T, according to a 2009 study in the journal Therapeutics and Clinical Risk Management.

Testosterone is most commonly associated with sex drive in men. It also affects mental health, bone and muscle mass, fat storage, and red blood cell production.

Abnormally low or high levels can affect a mans mental and physical health.

Your doctor can check your testosterone levels with a simple blood test. Testosterone therapy is available to treat men with low levels of testosterone.

If you have low T, ask your doctor if this type of therapy might benefit you.

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Testosterone: What It Is and How It Affects Your Health

The hormone testosterone plays an important role in mens health. For starters, it helps to maintain muscle mass, bone density, and sex drive. Testosterone production is at its highest in a mans early adulthood and drops a little bit each year thereafter.

When the body doesnt produce the right amount of testosterone, the condition is called hypogonadism. Sometimes its called low T as well. Men diagnosed with hypogonadism can benefit from testosterone therapy. Therapy isnt usually recommended, however, if your testosterone levels fall within the normal range for your age.

Theres no magic solution for boosting your testosterone, but some natural remedies may help.

It doesnt get more natural than getting a good nights sleep. Research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association showed that lack of sleep can greatly reduce a healthy young mans testosterone levels. That effect is clear after only one week of reduced sleep. Testosterone levels were particularly low between 2 and 10 p.m. on sleep-restricted days. Study participants also reported a decreased sense of wellbeing as their blood testosterone levels dropped.

How much sleep your body needs depends on many factors. Most adults generally need between seven and nine hours per night in order to function well and lead a healthy life.

Overweight, middle-aged men with prediabetes are also likely to have low testosterone levels. A study from The Journal of Endocrinology revealed that low T and diabetes are closely linked. Men who maintain a normal weight have a lower risk of developing full-blown diabetes as well as hypogonadism.

Research published in the European Journal of Endocrinology confirms that losing some weight can help boost your testosterone. These findings dont mean you have to go on a crash diet. The best way to achieve and maintain a healthy weight is through a sensible diet and regular exercise.

Men with hypogonadism often have zinc deficiencies. Studies suggest that zinc plays an important part in regulating serum testosterone levels in healthy men.

Eating foods that are rich in this essential nutrient may help. Oysters have a lot of zinc; red meat and poultry do too. Other food sources of zinc include:

Adult males should aim to get 11 mg of zinc each day.

Shop for zinc supplements.

Zinc isnt enough to ensure youre getting the all the nutrition you need. The human body is a complex system that requires a wide variety of vitamins and minerals for smooth operation.

The Endocrine Society reports that glucose (sugar) decreases testosterone levels in the blood by as much as 25 percent. This was true of study participants whether they had prediabetes, diabetes, or a normal tolerance for glucose.

show that total testosterone levels increase after exercising, especially after resistance training. Low testosterone levels can affect your sex drive and your mood. The good news is that exercise improves mood and stimulates brain chemicals to help you feel happier and more confident. Exercise also boosts energy and endurance, and helps you to sleep better. Fitness experts recommend 30 minutes of exercise every day.

Low testosterone levels may contribute to decreased sex drive, erectile dysfunction, fragile bones, and other health issues. Having low testosterone levels may also indicate an underlying medical condition. See your doctor if you suspect you have low testosterone. A simple blood test is all it takes to check if your testosterone falls within the normal range.

Learning that your testosterone is low can be unsettling, but its not a reflection of virility or manhood at all. Speak to your doctor about your treatment options, but a few lifestyle changes may be all you need to re-energize, body and spirit.

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Jatenzo (testosterone undecanoate; Clarus Therapeutics), an oral testosterone replacement therapy, is now available for the treatment of hypogonadism.

Specifically, Jatenzo is indicated for testosterone replacement therapy in adult males for conditions associated with a deficiency or absence of endogenous testosterone:

Jatenzo is not intended for use in males with age-related hypogonadism and its safety and efficacy have not been established in males <18 years old.

The treatment carries a Boxed Warning related to blood pressure (BP) increases that could potentially increase the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events. In a clinical trial, Jatenzo increased systolic BP during 4 months of treatment by an average of 4.9 mmHg based on ambulatory BP monitoring and by an average of 2.8 mmHg from baseline based on BP cuff measurements. For this reason, baseline cardiovascular risk should be considered before initiating therapy and BP should be adequately controlled. Among study patients treated with Jatenzo, 7% were started on antihypertensive medications or required intensification of their antihypertensive medication regimen during the 4-month trial.

Jatenzo, a Schedule III controlled substance, is available in 158mg, 198mg, and 237mg softgels. Dosage should be individualized based on serum testosterone concentrations.

Jatenzo offers patients a convenient softgel formulation, and eliminates the worry of gel transference, skin irritation from patches, or pain from injections that other testosterone treatments carry, said Dr Ronald S. Swerdloff, lead investigator of the inTUne trial, the pivotal study that established the safety and efficacy of the treatment.

For more information visit jatenzo.com.

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Jatenzo, an Oral Testosterone Replacement Therapy, Now Available - Monthly Prescribing Reference

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